Training and Development Specialist (Perryville)

SummaryThe Toyoda Gosei Group is a leading global manufacturer of rubber and plastic automotive components, safety systems and LEDs. Globally Headquartered in Japan with a network of 67 group companies in 17 countries and regions, the Group brings its extensive range of products to customers all over the world.Toyoda Gosei Missouri (TGMO) has an opening for a Learning Specialist in the Human Resources department. The Learning Specialist is responsible for providing professional level development, coordination and presentation of training and development programs. They will be responsible for training content development, lead training classes, evaluate and improve training effectiveness for TGMO and TG (Toyoda Gosei) AMCs (Manufacturing Companies).Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesIn collaboration with the Training Manager, subject matter expert and leadership, develop TG University and location-based training strategies and methods to educate, enhance and recognize performanceSupport the design and development of training programsCoordinates, facilitate and lead employee and leadership development programs home and potentially various TG locationsCreate, maintain and update training procedure manuals, guides and course materialIdentify and assess training needs of staff through discussions with leadership/team members and surveysProduce training materials for in-house courses as appropriate. Amend and revise materials as necessary, to adapt to changes that occurDevelop methods for and evaluate training program effectiveness and impacts (evaluation, survey, audits)Drive optimization by being actively engaged in continuous improvement effortsFunction in a highly collaborative environment where flexibility and teamwork is crucial to organizational successProvide appropriate feedback on oral and written workBasic administration, such as keeping team member registers and attendance records during trainingWork with LMS Specialist to build or input information in the LMS: courses, offerings, rosters, etc.Mentor, audit and provide feedback to instructors and on-site expertsAttend and contribute to training sessions (future internal, external sessions)Maintain awareness and understand the roles and responsibilities regarding the environmental policies, management system, and objectives and targets by attending the required training. Perform all tasks in accordance with the EMS procedures and practices and minimize the impact of their activities on the environmentEvaluate training results and efforts to improveRun report or create dashboards to show the resultsDrive optimization by being actively engaged in continuous improvement efforts (kaizen)This role requires the completion of other duties as assignedRequired Education, Experience, and SkillsCertifications and EducationBachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field, or equivalent years of experience is requiredSHRM certification is preferredExperience1 to 4 years of experience in training and/or development is requiredPrevious manufacturing environment experience is preferredProven ability to manage the full lifecycle of a projectPhysical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.Technology CompetenciesProficiency using Microsoft Office Suites 2016 or newer is requiredWork EnvironmentOffice/Plant environmentAdditional CompetenciesAbility to consistently meet deadlines is requiredEffective verbal, non-verbal, negotiation and written communication skills are requiredAbility to sustain a high degree of professionalism in interacting with internal and external customers is requiredEffective attention to detail, problem solving, analytical and organizational skills are requiredStrong organizational skills, analytical thinking skills, problem solving and project scheduling skills is required